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PAGE 9 - PLAINDEALEK - FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 1*78 SCOUT NEWS - • . TOUCH OF EASTER-Junlor Girl Scouts from Troop 417 made up Easter baskets for the children in McHenry hospital. The girls made stuffed Humpty Dumpty dolls and filled the baskets with grass and candy. Pictured left to right are Leslie Lirgameris, Jan Nellis, Charlene Einweck and Bobbie Ann Orin. Witnesses Plan Week Of Activities At Assembly f ' i L. f> v- i... -l ' h i I , . Sh! Jehovah's Witnesses in the Woodstock-McHenry area are finalizing plans for a special week of activity, culminating in their semi-annual circuit assembly at Janesville, Wis., March 25 and 26, according to George Nowicki, presiding elder. "Our circuit assemblies always create an atmosphere of expectancy and renewed vigor," said Nowicki, "but especially so this spring since the assembly comes in the same week as the annual celebration of the Lord's evening meal, which falls Thursday < March 23." "The Lord's evening meal is celebrated by each congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses after sundown on the anniversary of Christ's original celebration with his apostles on the night of his death," said Nowicki. "For this area this special meeting will be held at the Woodstock Kingdom hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1320 Catalpa lane, at 7:30 p.m. A discourse on the subject will be given by R.L. Anderson, an elder' in the ---local congregation." According to Nowicki, all persons of good-will are invited to attend. "At last year's meeting," ,,said Nowicki, 5,107,618 persons attended thismemorial celebration at the 41,635 congregations of Jehovah's Witnesses throughout the world and we hope to surpass that figure this year." "Since the Woodstock Congregation is host for this spring's circuit assembly," said Nowicki, "the principal speakers will spend the early part of the week with our congregation. Tuesday evening at 7:30, District Overseer John M. Yasko will address the congregation. The remaining days prior to the assembly, Mr. Yasko and Circuit Overseer Jack Cobb and their wives will join with local witnesses in their home Bible educational work." - The weekend assembly at Janesville will follow the theme, "Do All Things for the Sake of the Good News", set by the opening talk by Yasko. The Saturday program will feature a model Theocratic school under Yasko's supervision, with participants drawn from various congregations throughout the assembling circuit. R.L. Anderson, of the Woodstock congregation, will serve as chairman for the day. Other high points on the two- day program will include a baptism service Sunday morning at 11 and the featured public discourse Sunday at 2 when Yasko speaks on the subject, "Have Faith in the Good News". "All sessions are open to the public and no collections will be taken," Nowicki said. A seminar on "Stress" will be offered by McHenry County college April 20 as part of the adult education program. Albert Bally from Elgin will lecture at the' seminar and answer questions from the participants. The session will run from 7 to 10 p.m. in room 249 of the MCC main hall building. Bally says everyone ex­ periences stress, but in varying degrees. Symptoms of mild stress are restlessness and insomnia, but more serious stress is characterized by hypertension and ulcers. The causes of stress range from universal problems such as bills and health to problems unique to American society such as loss of heroes and a lack of clear behavioral rules. Bally will teach how to deal with stress through un­ derstanding and then learning simple relaxation techniques. Reservations for the seminar may be made by calling the registration office at McHenry County college at 815-455-3700 and asking for seminar SM074B. Save $40* Toro Tillers give you versatility for trouble-free gardening. Adjustable tilling path for weeding. Tine speeds and tilling depth can also be adjusted. The 2 and 4 hp models feature enclosed drive for longer chain life. Perfect for most gardens. For bigger jobs, pick the 3 1 /2 or 5 hp gear drive models. Save $40 off the regular price of any Toro Tiller 'til April 29. InHftm done without a Toro long enough? " "THE HOUSE THAT SERVICE BUILT" GEO. P. FREUND, INC. 4102 W. Ciystal lake Rd„ McHenry •Comparing promotional and regular season manufacturer's suggested retail price 385-0420 Are you looking for a small dog...to stay small? If so one of these darling 4-month-old Terrier mix male pups is just what you are looking for. Housebroken and terrific with children, they are ready for adoption. Full grown they will be about 10 to 15 pounds. Please call 312-658-3650 after l p.m. D. Kaiser Photo A HELPING PAWS ANIMAL WELFARE ASSOCIATION P.O. Box 205 • Crystal Lake. Illinois 40014 • (115) 459-2441 bV A*™*11 A current bulletin from the Humane society of the U.S. pinpoints a number of sensitive animal issues and asks public support to correct abuses. Writing to your legislators is extremely helpful. Those who will take the time to do this can be most effective in aiding animal causes and the passage of laws that favor these causes. Legislators are extremely sensitive to the wishes of their constitutents and many times will pursue an issue because of constitutent pressure. Alternatives In Laboratory Experimentation: Countless dogs, cats, primates, rabbits and other animals suffer needlessly as a result of non­ essential repetitive ex­ periments whose scientific validity is often questionable. Rep. Robert Drinan of Massachusetts has introduced a new bill (H.R. 10484) which will provide funding from the federal government to "promote the development of alternative methods " of research experimentation and testing that minimize both the use of animals and the pain and suffering of those animals being used." H.R. 10484 is a first step toward ending cruel research methods and discovering new ways to test products, eliminating use of animals. It will encourage the use of already existing alter­ natives such as tissue cultures and computer models. Please write Hon. Ray Thornton, Chairman, Sub­ committee on Science, Research & Technology, 2321 Rayburn Building, Washington, D C. 20515, and ask him to hold hearings on it as soon as possible. For those who aren't aware, too many of those cute litters of puppies and kftHns are sold to laboratories by unscrupulous and" greedy in­ dividuals with no compassion. Beware of the intent of those who run ads reading "we will take your litters and find good homes." It's a classic ruse and obvious that if Helping Paws can't always find homes how can people with no organization support or media coverage be successful. Also, screen carefully those answering ads offering "puppies and kittens free to a good home," as they may be these dealers. Humane Slaughter: Passage of H.R. 1464, the Humane Methods of Slaughter act is vital to all humanitarians. Animals still suffer in slaughterhouses despite existing federal law. Under the present law only those slaughterhouses selling meat to ' the federal government are required to use humane stunning methods. En­ forcement is poor in light of reports that animals are still slaughtered fully conscious in slaughterhouses which are listed as complying with the law. The only penalty now possible is the forfeit of a government contract and this has never been done despite many violations. H.R. 1464 will make these beneficial changes: Incorporate the methods of humane slaughter into the mandatory standards of the Federal Meat Inspection act and require them of all slaughterhouses under the purview of this law; improve enforcement since federal inspectors will have to examine slaughter procedures more closely; in addition any meat from animals cruelly slaughtered cannot be sold; and require that all imported meat be humanely slaughtered. Please write and ask Hon. W.R. Poage, Chairman, Sub­ committee on Livestock & Grains, Rm. 1301, Longworth Building, Washington, D.C. 20515, to hold hearings on H.R. 1464. Also write your own congressman on these issues. It is best to write a single letter on each subject. DOGS FOR ADOPTION AKC registered black Lab, housebroken, spayed female, 3 years, saved by a doctor's love, three legs but doesn't know she's handicapped, 338-0800. Two male, 4-month-old small breed pups, will stay small when grown, short coats, paper trained, gold-black, 312-658-3650 after 1. Large mix breed young adult male, reddish brown medium long haired, white markings, housebroken, neutered, shots, excellent with children and other pets, command trained, 385-9435. Shepherd-Collie, black-tan- white, partly housebroken 6- month-old male, shots, medium long coat, good with children and pets, 385-3784. Great Dane Lab, grey with black spots, housebroken, spayed, all shots, excellent with children-other pets, 385-3787. Lhasa Apso poodle mix, 10- month-old male, housebroken, all shots, nervous around small children, good with adults and pets, 459-5031. Two 8-week-old male Shepherd-Collie Lab mix pups, black-white medium coats, 459- 5238. Eight-month-old male S h e p h e r d - L a b m i x , housebroken, all shots, good with children and pets, black- white medium long hair, 455- 3763. ^ Two 7-week-old Springer Spaniel mix pups, females, black medium long hiar, 459- 7569. Three-year-old registered AKC Golden Retriever male, medium long hair, housebroken, good with oilier children and some pets, 338- 4981. Small short-haired 4-month- old tan-white male, ' housebroken, good with children-other pets, 728-0795. German Shepherd mix, 11- week-old male, black-silver, medium long coat, good with children and other pets, 312-658- 6138. Husky Malamute, 2-year-old female, outside dog, good with older children and pets, 459- 8163. Six Spaniel type mix puppies, 6-weeks-old, white-brown semi- long haired mother, 459-6461. Parakeet for adoption, 3- months-old with cage and supplies, female, 459-1849. CATS FOR ADOPTION Four-month-old semi-long hair female, all shots, tor- toiseshell tiger, 459-6523. All black female, one tooth missing, medium long coat, was found, 459-0498. Brownish grey semi-long haired spayed female, young adult, very affectionate, 312- 639-4819. Young male, black semi-long haired shy but loving, neutered, all shots, 385-5839 after 5. Grey-black stripe kittens, two 5-month-old females, fun- loving, gentle with children- other pets, 312-587-0789. Black-white young adult beauty, female, semi-long hair, white paws and markings, call Russ 455-2361 between 9 and 6. LOST AND FOUND Lost: Basset hound, 2-year-old female, red with white markings, collar-tags, Holiday Hills area, 385-3802. Many dogs and cats have been found, too numerous to list. Please call the office 459- 2641 between 10 and 2 daily. Also call Animal Control for pets to adopt and to locate lost and found. They serve all of McHenry county, 338-7040. Hosts Sought For Visiting Farmers O n e - h u n d r e d P o l i s h agriculturalists will arrive this spring to participate in the Polish Agricultura Training ^program (POLATP), an­ nounces Michael R. Chrisman, 1 Polish Exchange program coordinator. According to Chrisman, a selected group of young men and women comes to the United States each year for twelve months of on-the-job and in- service training in agriculture. They are assigned to farms "Stress" Evaluated At MCC Education Seminar Choose Your : . -j Stationery From the McHenry Area's Finest Selection Our Tremendous Selection of Paper Items for the Bride... • INVITATIONS • ANNOUNCEMENTS • BRIDAL BOOKS • NAPKINS • ACCESSORIES The Plaindealer Is Famous for FAST SERVICE BEAUTIFUL STYLES REASONABLE PRICES • m McHENRY PLAINDEALER 3812 West Elm Street McHenry, Illinois specialzing in dairy, beef, swine, sheep, poultry or fruit- vegetable production and to a g r i - b u s i n e s s e s , f o o d processing, grain and feed mill operations. The Agricultural Training program is sponsored by the National 4-H council and is self- financed. While working with their American host farmers, the trainees will earn com­ pensation. Their earnings will cover program costs including transportation and in-service training and administration fees. Chrisman says he is looking for host farms and agri­ businesses for this year's group. Those interested may write or call Michael Chrisman, 2121 Fyffe Road, Vivian Hall - Room 101E, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio 43210. i SSwmrt. i i J J College Honors! McHenry High Student Earns Scholarship TIMOTHY OAKLEY Timothy Oakley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur George Oakley, 5901 N. Bunny avenue, McHenry, has been awarded a scholarship to Valparaiso university. He will be enrolled in the College of Engineering. A senior at McHenry Com­ munity high school, Timothy has been a member of the Swing Choir, Madrigals, Modern Music Masters, and the football and wrestling teams. He is a member of the National Honor society and Mt. Hope Methodist church. TAX FACTS Did you discover that you made an error on your Illinois income tax return, after you had mailed it to the state? Illinois department of revenue officials advise that you can correct the return without penalty by filing an amended return. Form IL- 1040X, before this year's tax deadline April 17. Form IL-1040X is available at any Illinois Department of Revenue office. Forms can also be obtained by calling toll free 800-252-8972. Taxpayers can avoid com­ mon errors by checking to see that their Social Securitf number has been entered correctly; double checking arithmetic; making sure they have taken advantage of all the exemptions to which they are entitled ; and signing the return and having the spouse sign if it's a joint return.